Solicitors Qualifying Exam A common assessment for all aspiring solicitors Training Regulations changes Find out what changed in July 2014 Qualified Lawyers Transfer Scheme Admission route for lawyers qualified in other jurisdictions Education and training Academic stage Joint statement on academic stage Legal Practice Course Help and guidance Student information pack (requirements, non-mandatory guidance) Equivalent means information pack (exemptions from requirements) LPC information pack (requirements for providers) Q&A for education providers FAQs for students Training Regulations News We have issued a statement of transitional arrangements to inform intending solicitors about the timetable for the introduction of a new assessment framework that will be aligned to our new Statement of Solicitor Competence. On 1 July 2014, the SRA Training Regulations 2014 - Qualification and Provider Regulations replaced the SRA Training Regulations 2011 Parts 1 and 2. These regulations deal with education and training requirements up to the point of admission as a solicitor. Detailed information See our resources for students and education providers. Summary information For summary information about the changes to the Training Regulations that came into effect on 1 July, please visit Training for Tomorrow. Topics covered include the following: student enrolment; character and suitability; removal of the Certificate of Academic Standing, CPE eligibility and exemptions; removal of the Certificate of Completion of the Academic Stage; flexibility in recognising relevant prior learning through equivalent means. SRA launches support for youth court solicitors 1 November 2016 SRA urges solicitors to report touting 28 October 2016 Perceptions survey suggests positive progress in personal injury market but concerns remain 25 October 2016 SRA starts discussion on better information for consumers 20 October 2016 SRA publishes data ahead of insurance consultation 20 October 2016 New criminal Legal Aid firms advised to apply for authorisation early 18 October 2016 More news We are the independent regulator of solicitors and law firms in England and Wales